Cook / Kitchen Server

1 year

Cove is looking for passionate cooks to join our opening team. At Cove, all cooks divide their time between the kitchen and the dining room. Cooks will work with our team of kitchen directors to execute prep and service efficiently. As a kitchen server, cooks will also work with our Service Director and FOH team in a guest-facing role. We are looking for talented cooks that are willing to step outside of their comfort zone, learn new skills, engage with guests and expand their knowledge of service.

• Reports to: Kitchen Directors, Service Director

• Job Purpose: This position is split between kitchen production and service support. As a cook your responsibilities include prep, set-up and execution of all food production. As a kitchen server your responsibilities switch to the support of our servers with a focus on service, food running and table maintenance.

• Tentative start date : mid September

• Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

  • Cook

    • Kitchen Maintenance and Department of Health Preparedness: maintain health and cleanliness standards along with a safe and efficient workspace

    • Set up workstation with required mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies according to Cove standards

    • Execute prep list and recipes as instructed by Chef / Kitchen Directors

    • Ensure product quality and consistency

    • Support and assist your fellow team members

  • Kitchen Server

    • Prepare dining room for guests by setting tables and stocking all necessary supplies prior to service

    • Run food and bus tables

    • Provide warm and gracious service to guests

    • Supports servers by assisting with clearing and resetting tables properly

    • Maintains a clean and sanitary dish area, stacking like with like

    • Refilling water glasses

    • Polish glassware and silverware

    • Multitask between running food, bussing tables, checking guest restrooms, and all other duties that may be needed to enhance guest experience

    • Demonstrate proper table service and full knowledge of the menu including wine by the glass, non-alcoholic, and cocktail programs.

    • Respond immediately to guests' needs and requests

    • Placing orders properly into the POS system

    • Maintain clean dining room and restaurant and adhere to all health and safety standards

• Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule. Available nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

  • English fluency. Additional language skills are a bonus

• Physical Qualifications:

  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant

  • Ability to lift objects 50+ pounds in weight

  • Safely and effectively use all tools and equipment

  • Navigate tight and crowded spaces in a safe manner

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of experience in a fine dining restaurant

  • Degree from an accredited culinary school

• Compensation and Benefits:

  • $18 an hour + tips on nights working as kitchen server

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: 401k, Dining Discounts

Passion for cooking

Teamwork

Adaptability

Willingness to Learn

Guest Engagement

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Customer Service Orientation

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Multitask

Knowledge of Food Safety Standards

Ability to follow instructions

Physical Stamina

Organizational Skills

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